Bridget Shirvell

Bridget Shirvell is an independent journalist specializing in food and wine, climate crisis solutions, and parenting. Her work has appeared on Foodprint, Martha Stewart Living, Food52, and more.

Highlights:

Bridget has written for Simply Recipes since 2021.
Her work has appeared on Foodprint, Martha Stewart Living, Food52, and more.
Bridget has a master's degree in journalism from Quinnipiac University.

Experience

In addition to writing for outlets like Foodprint, Martha Stewart Living, and Food52, Bridget is a contributing editor for Civil Eats. Her story topics have ranged from parenting tips, cooking, and food shopping guides to deep dives into the psychology of parenting and reports on the food system. Bridget lives in Mystic, Connecticut, in a very old home she is slowly fixing up.

Education

Bridget has a B.S. in Political Science from George Washington University and an M.S. in Food Journalism from Quinnipiac University.

Other Works:

These Women-Owned Companies Are Revolutionizing the Spice Trade, Martha Stewart Living
What is Regenerative Agriculture, & Will it Change the Way We Grocery Shop?, Food52
Cider Makers Are Betting on Foraged Apples for Climate Resilience, Civil Eats
The Rise of Local Flour, Foodprint

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About Simply Recipes

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